Powerball Lottery – Latest Results & Jackpots
See the latest winning numbers, jackpots, and expert predictions for Powerball
Next Draw
Date & Time
Estimated Jackpot
$835,000,000
Last Draw Results
Draw Date
Jackpot
$793,000,000
Winning Numbers
7
23
29
64
66
23
Power Play: 4x
Introduction
The Powerball lottery is one of the most popular and widely played lottery games in the United States.
It offers players the chance to win large jackpots and many smaller prizes in every draw.
Tickets are sold through the official lottery of each participating jurisdiction, at authorized retailers and, where available, online.
Game information
Format
5/69 + 1/26
Draw days
Mon, Wed, Sat
Draw time
10:59 PM ET
Jackpot odds
1 in 292,201,338
Any prize odds
1 in 24.9
Ticket price
$2 (+$1 Power Play)
Where Powerball is played
Powerball is played across multiple states in the United States.
Players can participate through authorized lottery retailers in each participating jurisdiction, under its own lottery regulations.
- Arizona
- New York
- Arkansas
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Georgia
- Delaware
- Wyoming
- Florida
- California
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Washington D.C.
#4
Hottest Number
8 Draws out of 50
#43
Coldest Number
0 Draws out of 50
2 - 18
Most Popular Pairs
2 Draws out of 50
10 - 58 - 64
Most Popular Triplets
2 Draws out of 50
4
8 Draws out of 50
16.0%
50
7 Draws out of 50
14.0%
58
7 Draws out of 50
14.0%
5
6 Draws out of 50
12.0%
Number Frequency Bar Chart
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50 Draws
By Number (1,2,3...)
Overall Odd vs Even Distribution
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50 Draws
Sum Range Distribution
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Last Jackpots
Powerball Odds And Prizes
| 5 numbers + Powerball | 1 in 292,201,338 |
| 5 numbers | 1 in 11,688,054 |
| 4 numbers + Powerball | 1 in 913,129 |
| 4 numbers | 1 in 36,525 |
| 3 numbers + Powerball | 1 in 14,494 |
| 3 numbers | 1 in 580 |
| 2 numbers + Powerball | 1 in 701 |
| 1 number + Powerball | 1 in 92 |
| Powerball only | 1 in 38 |
How to Play
A Powerball line costs $2 and takes four decisions. Here is the whole game in order, including the two add-ons that change what a winning ticket is actually worth.
- 1
Pick five white balls
Choose 5 numbers from 1 to 69. Order does not matter — any arrangement of the same five numbers wins the same prize.
- 2
Pick one red Powerball
Choose 1 number from 1 to 26. The red ball is drawn from a separate machine, so it can repeat a white-ball number in the same draw.
- 3
Decide on Power Play
For $1 extra per play, Power Play multiplies non-jackpot prizes by 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x or 10x. The 10x multiplier is only in the pool when the advertised jackpot is $150 million or less.
- 4
Choose cash or annuity
Jackpot winners take either 30 graduated annual payments or a single lump sum worth roughly half the advertised prize before tax.
How to read Powerball statistics
The red Powerball comes out of its own 1–26 machine, which means white-ball trends say nothing about it and it can duplicate a white number in the same draw. With only 26 possibilities, the red ball's frequency chart stabilises far faster than the five-ball chart — differences of a few draws are normal noise, not a signal.
Sum and parity analysis works differently for the two pools. A five-ball line has a wide sum range that clusters heavily in the middle, while the red ball's "sum" is simply its own value, so its distribution should look close to flat over a long enough history.Practical playing tips
- Spread your line across the full 1–69 range instead of clustering under 31 — birthday lines are the most duplicated tickets and split jackpots most often.
- Aim for a sum in the common middle band rather than an extreme low or high total; extreme sums are mathematically possible but far less frequent.
- Mix odd and even numbers. Splits of 3/2 and 2/3 account for the majority of historical draws.
- Track the red ball separately. It comes from its own 1–26 pool, so white-ball trends tell you nothing about it.
- Use a fixed budget and treat the ticket as entertainment — no filter changes the 1 in 292 million jackpot odds.
Powerball Glossary
Powerball
The red bonus ball drawn from a 1–26 pool, required for the jackpot and worth $4 on its own.
Power Play
A $1 add-on that multiplies non-jackpot prizes by up to 10x.
Double Play
An optional second draw held right after each Powerball draw in selected states, with its own $10 million top prize.
Rollover
A draw with no jackpot winner, which moves the prize pool into the next draw.
Sum
The total of the five white balls, most often landing in the middle of the possible range.
Parity
The odd-to-even split of a line; all-odd and all-even combinations are historically rare.
Conclusion
Powerball is a thrilling lottery game offering substantial jackpots and multiple prize tiers, providing excitement and the potential for life-changing winnings.
Its widespread availability and easy-to-understand gameplay make it a favorite among lottery enthusiasts in the United States.
Players in every participating jurisdiction share the same draw and the same jackpot, so millions of tickets across the United States compete in every Powerball draw.
Powerball Frequently Asked Questions
How do I play Powerball?
Select 5 numbers between 1 and 69 and 1 Powerball between 1 and 26, purchase a ticket, and match them with the draw results to win prizes.
What are the odds of winning Powerball?
Top prizes carry the lowest odds, while secondary prizes that require matching fewer numbers are won far more frequently.
This is by design — lottery games are structured so that smaller prizes are accessible enough to keep players engaged, while the jackpot remains rare enough to accumulate to large amounts. The exact probability of winning each prize tier is calculated from the total number of possible combinations in the draw. For Powerball, the specific odds per prize level are published in the official game rules and updated whenever the game format changes.
Where can I check Powerball results?
The Powerball draw history page lists all past winning numbers with dates and jackpot amounts.
Results are sourced from official lottery operator publications and updated automatically after each draw — no manual entry, no delays. The full archive lets you browse historical results for statistical research or simply verify a ticket. For the single most recent draw, the last result page gives you a quick snapshot with full number details.
What Powerball statistics are useful for number selection?
Lottery data can support more informed decisions, but outcomes are always unpredictable because draws are designed to be completely random.
Tools like hot and cold number analysis, sum distributions, and draw frequency charts give you a structured way to look at a game's history. Many players find this useful when deciding which numbers to include in their selections. That said, there is no mathematical system that improves your odds — the probability of any specific combination is fixed by the game's format and does not change based on past results. Play responsibly and treat statistics as a way to understand the game better, not as a path to guaranteed winnings.
What is the Powerball game type?
5 balls drawn between 1 and 69.
Powerball:
additional number between 1 and 26.
Power Play:
multiplies the non-jackpot prizes.
What Is Powerball Draw Method
Mechanical Lottery Ball Machine.
What are Powerball Participating States
- Arizona
- New York
- Arkansas
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Georgia
- Delaware
- Wyoming
- Florida
- California
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Washington D.C.
What Is Powerball Next Drawing Schedule
The next drawing for Powerball is on November 4, 2026 10:59 PM.
Be sure to enter before the deadline and stay updated with the latest results and jackpot information.
What Is the Powerball Next Jackpot
The next jackpot for Powerball is projected to be $835,000,000.
As draws continue without a top prize winner, the jackpot can increase significantly, making future draws even more attractive.
What days does Powerball draw each week?
Powerball draw times:
Mon, Wed, Sat at 10:59 pm Eastern Time
Purchase your ticket before the cutoff time on each draw day to be entered in that draw.
What are the jackpot odds for Powerball?
The jackpot odds for Powerball are 1 in 292,201,338 per ticket.
Full prize tier breakdown:
5 numbers + Powerball: 1 in 292,201,338
5 numbers: 1 in 11,688,054
4 numbers + Powerball: 1 in 913,129
4 numbers: 1 in 36,525
3 numbers + Powerball: 1 in 14,494
3 numbers: 1 in 580
2 numbers + Powerball: 1 in 701
1 number + Powerball: 1 in 92
Powerball only: 1 in 38
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